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2007-2017 JEEP COMPASS

2.4L I4AWDAUTOMATICgas
22 active safety recalls on this vehicle — view recalls
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P0219high severityPowertrain

Engine Overspeed Condition

on 2007-2017 Jeep Compass 2.4L I4 · AWD

What this code means

The engine RPM has exceeded the maximum programmed limit.

Symptoms

  • Check Engine Light
  • Fuel cutoff activated
  • Rev limiter engaged

Common causes

  • Transmission slipping under load
  • Clutch slipping (manual trans)
  • PCM miscalibration
  • Downshift at too high speed

Diagnostic steps

  1. Check transmission operation
  2. Test clutch (manual)
  3. Review operating conditions from freeze frame

Repair notes

Diagnose why engine reached excessive RPM. Check transmission or clutch.

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